About Joseph J. Defer
Lived 1866 – 1929 (aged 62). Joseph J. Defer was an American politician.
Joseph John Defer (October 21, 1866 – April 14, 1929) was an American businessman and politician.
Biography Defer was born in Detroit, Michigan and went to the Detroit public schools. Defer moved to the town of Saxon, Iron County, Wisconsin, in 1886, where he owned a general store and saw mill. Defer died at his home in Saxon, Wisconsin from a heart attack.
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Who was Joseph J. Defer?
American businessman and politician (1866–1929)
When was Joseph J. Defer born?
Joseph J. Defer was born on 21 October 1866 in Detroit.
When did Joseph J. Defer die?
Joseph J. Defer died on 14 April 1929 in Saxon.
What was Joseph J. Defer's occupation?
Joseph J. Defer was a politician.
What nationality was Joseph J. Defer?
Joseph J. Defer was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseph J. Defer. https://biography.guide/joseph-j-defer/
MLA: "Joseph J. Defer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joseph-j-defer/.
Chicago: "Joseph J. Defer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joseph-j-defer/.
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